April 2025 in “Cosmetics” In this randomized, double-blind study, a shampoo containing Plantago asiatica L. significantly improved hair thickness and density while reducing hair loss over 12 weeks in adults compared to a placebo.
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March 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study reports that Plantago asiatica L. extract may promote hair growth by enhancing growth factor production and activating specific signaling pathways in hair follicle dermal papilla cells.
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January 2021 in “DergiPark (Istanbul University)” This review details 171 plant taxa traditionally used in Turkey to treat boils, but reports no new clinical results; the authors assess the literature on biological activities of commonly used genera like Allium and Brassica.
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August 2025 in “Molecules” This study highlights the potential of medicinal plants like Rubus vulgaris and Plantago major as sources for skin disorder treatments due to their bioactive compounds' antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial effects.
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July 2018 in “DergiPark (Istanbul University)” This article reviews the usage of medicinal plants for treating certain conditions in European Turkey, detailing the plants' parts, preparatory methods, and traditional therapeutic applications but reports no new experimental results.